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We Drove The Extraterrestrial Highway—Here’s What We Found [VIDEO]

UFOs? Aliens? Watch to find out.

December 28, 2023 07:12 PM

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Tiana Attride

Where to Go in Fall

Blue Ridge Parkway in Fall Hues, Award-Winning Restaurants, and Reborn Hotels—Asheville Is Calling

A year after Hurricane Helene, North Carolina’s business are ready for visitors with new and renovated restaurants, bars, and hotels.

August 28, 2025 04:06 PM

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Shayla Martin

The natural limestone arch, Wied il-Mielaħ

Epic Trips

Where to Stay, Eat, and Swim in Gozo

Use this local’s guide for hotels, restaurants, and more to plan a trip to Gozo, one of Malta’s sister islands, known for its authenticity.

Sponsored by VisitMalta

Thomas Dambo's newest sculpture, Mane Mor, depicts a pregnant troll.

Art + Culture

Solve a Riddle, Find a Magic Troll on This Trail in Denmark

Danish artist Thomas Dambo reworked a Scandinavian tradition and created a global treasure hunt to celebrate the creation of 100 scrap-wood trolls.

June 5, 2023 02:38 PM

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Laura Hall

Six Senses Laamu is a model for sustainable hospitality in the Maldives.

Travel for Good

Your Next Beach Vacation Could Help Protect the Ocean

The tide of voices advocating for ocean protection seems to be rising—and a traveler’s actions can speak loudly.

June 2, 2023 05:16 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Cities We Love

Find the Real Rome in These Unmissable Neighborhoods

Check out these six neighborhoods, replete with cobblestone streets, boisterous restaurants and bars, and shops that offer a delightful taste of la dolce vita.

August 19, 2024 09:37 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

11 New England Road Trip Itineraries for Any Season

Road Trips

9 Beautiful Road Trips for Exploring New England

Whether it’s spring, summer, fall, or winter, there’s a road trip (or two) for each season.

August 19, 2024 09:19 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

A view of the accommodations and the surrounding reservoir at Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree

Stay Here Next

A New Kind of Retreat Opens in Singapore’s Mandai Wildlife Reserve—Here’s What It’s Like

The new Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree in Singapore blends wellness, biophilic architecture, and conservation to help guests reconnect with nature.

August 12, 2025 06:10 PM

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Elizabeth See

Holiday Travel

Why Copenhagen Is Even More Magical in the Winter

The Danish capital becomes a sparkling wonderland, complete with festive markets, roasted almonds, mulled wine, and more.

November 19, 2018 08:09 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Forget Bordeaux, the Jura Is France’s Next Big Wine Destination

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Go to This Lesser-Known French Wine Region for Bubbly, Alpine Lakes, and Comté Cheese

Forget about the crowds in Champagne or the Rhône Valley and head northeast to Jura.

July 31, 2025 10:39 AM

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Eleanor Aldridge

Tips to take the sting out of 50 percent higher car rental prices.

August 24, 2022 01:21 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Food + Drink

12 Guatemalan Foods to Try, From Street Hot Dogs to Mayan Stews

From traditional breakfasts to hearty stews, the country’s flavorful cuisine is a standout across Central America.

July 23, 2025 09:02 AM

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Maliah West

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

These Wineries Are Rethinking the Napa Valley Tasting Experience

From underground sanctuaries to horseback-led tours, these experiences offer more than the conventional tasting.

November 21, 2022 05:52 PM

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Maria C. Hunt

The seaside Les Bassans has a pitched roof and is surrounded by green landscaping, with views of the sea.

Stay Here Next

For a Cooler Summer Escape in France, Head to This Gorgeous New Hotel on the Country’s Western Coast

At Les Bassans in Brittany, travelers will find cool sea air, Nordic-inspired spa rituals, and unfussy hospitality from the French-owned Fontenille Collection.

July 22, 2025 11:52 AM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Tips + News

Amsterdam Tests Electric Autonomous Boats on Its Canals

Electric cars, meet your competition. Electric boats are on the way.

June 3, 2021 02:48 PM

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Mike Corder

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